Q. What is Hoodia?

Hoodia Gordonii, or "Hoodia" for short, is a cactus succulent that has powerful appetite suppressant properties. It has been used for thousands of years by tribes like the San Bushmen of the Kalahari as an appetite suppressant. The tribesmen would chew on the succulent while on week-long hunts to curb their cravings for food at times when food wasn't readily available.

Q. How Does Hoodia Work?

Hoodia works by sending intense signals that imitate glucose to the hypothalamus portion of the brain. This replication of glucose makes people feel full even though they have consumed considerably fewer calories. There is scientific research that purports Hoodia has the potential to lower caloric intake by up to fifty percent in both animals and humans and concurrently reducing hunger sensations.

Q. Where do you get your Hoodia from?

Our Hoodia is imported from growers in Western Cape, South Africa. Currently, the Kalahari Desert region of South Africa is the only known place that the rare Hoodia cactus grows naturally. It takes several years for the plant to mature to a feasible size for commercial harvesting. With demand greatly outpacing supply, a number of growers in South Africa saw the commercial potential in this plant and setup farms to grow the rare plant in sustainable quantities necessitated by global demand. We have dedicated countless hours to research to ensure that our Hoodia is the best available in the World.

Q. What type of Hoodia do you use?

There are two types of source materials available to manufacturers of Hoodia supplements. The first is 100% Hoodia Gordonii powder and the second and more commonly used type is what is known as a 20:1 extract.

When we were evaluating which type of Hoodia to use we began to read reports that the 20:1 extracts were not as effective as the 100% powder, and so while on the surface the term "20:1" sounds like a more potent blend of Hoodia, this is not the case. Some well known weight loss products have discovered this by unfortunately choosing to use the extract vice 100% powder.

We use 100% Hoodia Gordonii powder because we believe it to be the best source material to use if one hopes to realize the appetite suppressant benefits that Hoodia can provide.

Q. What ingredients are used in Hoodia XT?

Hoodia XT is an ephedra free, 100% natural, hypo-allergenic and caffeine free dietary supplement. We use 100% pure Hoodia Gordonii powder that is encapsulated into 500 mg capsules.

Q. What type of production practices are in place to ensure the consumer is getting what he/she is expecting?

International GMP (good manufacturing practices) is strictly adhered to. Our product is tested during and after the mixing process to guarantee that the ingredients have been completely and properly distributed throughout the mix. This is an important step in making sure each capsule meets the full product specification. The product is again tested during encapsulation assuring that the product meets weight and potency specifications.

Q. Am I guaranteed to see an "appetite suppressing" effect by taking your product?

The anecdotal reports certainly look promising but we cannot make any claims as to the efficacy of Hoodia Gordonii, only that we strive to offer you the best source material currently available.

Each person has a different metabolism and we recommend you start by ordering one bottle to see if you experience positive effects. If you do, then come back and take advantage of our discounts offered on quantity pricing.

Q. How should I take Hoodia XT?

We advocate consuming approximately 2-3 grams of powder per day for the best effect.

Our recommended dietary regimen is to take 1-2 capsules in the morning upon waking with a full glass of water and 1-2 capsules one hour before lunch and dinner.

Q. Are there any side effects to taking Hoodia XT?

There are no known side effects to using Hoodia XT that we know of.

Q. How should I begin a weight loss program?

The key to weight loss is really quite simple... reduce caloric intake and increase exercise. However, this is easier in theory than in reality. Hoodia Gordonii can be a superior weapon in your arsenal in the fight to stay lean as it may help to reduce hunger cravings which will lead to less caloric intake.

In any program that you are considering for weight loss, you should first consult with your doctor to ensure that there are no pre-existing medical conditions that may adversely affect your health.

That being said, if you want to lose weight, any dietary supplement that you decide to take should be accompanied by eating a sensible diet and engaging in some form of regular exercise that increases you heart rate for a minimum of twenty minutes, three times a week. Try walking 1-2 miles per day. This is one of the best forms of exercise available and is low impact for most people. You should also include fresh fruits, vegetables and lean cuts of meat into your meal plan.

In addition to increasing your exercise activity, you should drink more water. One formula for determining how much water to consume is to take your body weight and divide it by 2 and drink that number in ounces of water each day. Water will re-hydrate your body, speed fat loss and flush toxins out of your system.

Example: You weigh 180 lbs -- 180/ 2 = 90; 90 ounces of water should be your target consumption amount.

The goal with Hoodia XT is to help you control your hunger and thus reduce your caloric intake per day enabling you to regain control of your weight.

Q. Do I need a prescription to use Hoodia XT?

No. Since Hoodia XT is an all natural dietary supplement containing only the finest Hoodia Gordonii available, there is no need to obtain a prescription.